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# Hardware Engineer Sr - E3

- **Company:** Lockheed Martin
- **Location:** Salina, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $85,300.0 - $158,300.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Client Server Models, Network Analysis, Computer Engineering, Linux, Distributed Systems, LabVIEW, Linux System Administration, MATLAB, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Test Scripts, Computer Equipment, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9228536/hardware-engineer-sr-e3

## About the Role

You are a senior hardware engineer who excels at building automated test software, bridging hardware and software to ensure precise validation of complex systems, and you thrive in cross functional, security focused environments., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field, with 5 years of professional experience.

 * Expereince with test solution software development and system/component integration & test

 * Experience working with commercial test equipment including signal generators, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, etc.

 * Test automation design and measurement experience or knowledge.

 * LabVIEW development

 * C/C++ software development

 * Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.

Desired Skills

 * MATLAB knowledge

 * RF testing

 * Experience leading design projects

 * Knowledge and understanding of software as it applies to test development.

 * Linux system administration knowledge

 * Windows 11 system administration knowledge

 * Distributed computing knowledge

 * Client-server model knowledge

## Description

* Create and maintain test software architectures, integrating C/C++, Java, and LabVIEW components to support production test solutions.

 * Conduct research, design, development, and testing of COTS or custom computing hardware and related electrical components, ensuring seamless system component integration.

 * Produce detailed design documentation and present it to customers and internal teams for review and approval.

 * Integrate and validate test software with hardware platforms, troubleshooting issues to achieve mission critical performance.

 * Generate costing and proposal data for new business opportunities, aligning technical solutions with customer requirements.

 * Implement test automation and measurement solutions, integrating LabVIEW VI's and software tools to enhance test efficiency.

 * Prepare specifications, evaluate vendors, and analyze test reports to drive continuous improvement of test solutions.

 * Apply AI prompting techniques to enhance test automation workflows and accelerate development cycles.

 * Leverage MATLAB, RF testing expertise, and Linux/Windows 11 system administration skills to support robust, distributed test environments.